2023-06-19 22:13:03
Asked at a press conference ahead of the match once morest Brazil, Aliou Cissé explained that statistics are not the main criterion for selecting a player for the national team, despite the fact that he has often left out successful players statistically in club.
According to the national coach, a good selection is not just regarding adding talent or highlighting statistics. It is important to find a balance in order to form a united group to achieve the objectives set. Aliou Cisse says stats are certainly important, but they’re not everything in a performance-oriented squad.
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“There are other elements, such as the social aspect and other arguments, that come into play. To win football matches, it is essential to have the best group possible, able to go the furthest possible. Not everything can be reduced to numbers, because there are other very important aspects for a coach, such as good manners and team cohesion, which must be cultivated. When players like each other and share common values, they can go a long way. On the other hand, if jealousy or internal problems complicate the task, it becomes difficult to achieve victories, ”he defends.
Speaking statistics this season, difficult to omit Mbaye Diagne. The latter had however been approached by Aliou Cissé who had notably told him that if he was successful the door would be open to him in the national team. Despite his excellent season, he was not called up to the national team. To hear Aliou Cissé players like him are difficult to integrate into a group. We know the player’s strength of character, enough to wonder if something happened between them in the secret of the Lair!
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